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About Midwifery Practitioners Association, India

Empowering Midwives, Transforming Care – Together.

About MPAI

🤝 About Us

The Midwifery Practitioners Association, India (MPAI) is a national organization dedicated to the growth, recognition, and support of the midwifery profession across India. Officially registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1958 in Rajasthan, MPAI serves as a collective voice for midwives and midwifery educators, working to enhance the quality of maternal and newborn care through education, policy advocacy, professional development, and research.

We believe that every woman deserves access to safe, respectful, and culturally appropriate care during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Our members include practicing midwives, student midwives, educators, healthcare professionals, and allies committed to strengthening midwifery-led care in India.

🎯 Our Mission

Advance education, advocate for policies, promote leadership, and ensure access to safe and respectful midwifery care across India.

👁️ Our Vision

A future where midwives are recognized as essential, autonomous healthcare professionals across India.

⚖️ Our Core Values

  • Respect and Dignity
  • Equity and Inclusion
  • Evidence-Based Practice
  • Empowerment and Leadership

Our Key Initiatives

Standardization of Education

Promote nationally recognized, competency-based midwifery education across India.

Policy Advocacy

Engage policymakers for regulatory reform and professional recognition.

Workforce Strengthening

Support recruitment, continuing professional development, and mentorship.

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Become a Member Today

Join MPAI and be part of a nationwide movement to revolutionize midwifery and maternal health in India.

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🤝 Affiliations & Partnerships

We collaborate with key institutions to improve maternal and newborn health and continue to expand our national and global network.